Predeceased by her husband of 65 years, Kenneth John Aker. Survived by her son Steve (Gail) and daughters Nanci (Greg) and Linda (Len). Loving Grandma to Ryan, Chris, Nick, Jordan, Emily, Jacob, Nate, Amanda, and Olivia. Great Grandma to Oliver and Finn. Loving sister to Dorothy Hill and Ellen Bent (Gerry). Loving Aunt to many nieces and nephews.
After a brief time in the professional world with Dominion 7-Up, Barbara decided to focus on raising her family. She was a devoted mother and also an avid bowler, for just under 50 years she was a member of a ladies' bowling league in Scarborough which she attended every Tuesday afternoon. She also served as the league's President and Treasurer.
She was an active volunteer with the Sewing Grandmas who regularly visited local schools to lead students in crafting activities.
Barbara kept her secretarial skills up-to-date working alongside her husband, Ken, to produce the weekly bulletin for Saint Maria Goretti's Hockey Club.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Sandra Marcus and the staff of the cardiac and palliative care units at Scarborough General Hospital for their compassionate end of life care.
In lieu of flowers a donation in Barbara's memory to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, C.N.I.B. or Colitis Canada would be appreciated.
A visitation for Barbara will be held at the Jerrett Funeral Home, 660 Kennedy Rd, on Thursday, October 27, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
A Funeral Mass will be held at Saint Maria Goretti Parish, 717 Kennedy Rd, at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 28, 2022. Cremation to follow.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family through the Jerrett Funeral Home website at www.jerrettfuneralhome.com.
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